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Lydia's Conversion in Philippi
11We sailed from Troas straight to Samothrace, and the following day on to Neapolis.12From therewe went tothe Roman colonyof Philippi,the leadingcityof thatdistrictof Macedonia.Andwe stayedthereseveraldays.13On the Sabbath we went outside the city gate along the river, where it was customary to find a place of prayer. After sitting down, we spoke to the women who had gathered there.…

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And from there to Philippi, which is the chief city of that part of Macedonia, and a colony: and we were in that city abiding certain days.

Philippi.

Acts 20:6
And we sailed away from Philippi after the days of unleavened bread, and came unto them to Troas in five days; where we abode seven days.

Philippians 1:1
Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons:

1 Thessalonians 2:2
But even after that we had suffered before, and were shamefully entreated, as ye know, at Philippi, we were bold in our God to speak unto you the gospel of God with much contention.

the chief.

Acts 16:21
And teach customs, which are not lawful for us to receive, neither to observe, being Romans.

AbidingChiefCityDistrictFirstForemostImportantLittleMacedoniaMacedo'niaPartPhilippiPhilip'piPrincipalRomanSeveralStayingTarryingThenceTimeAbidingChiefCityDistrictFirstForemostImportantLittleMacedoniaMacedo'niaPartPhilippiPhilip'piPrincipalRomanSeveralStayingTarryingThenceTime1.Paul and Silas are Joined by Timothy,
7.and being called by the Spirit from one country to another,
14.convert Lydia,
16.and cast out a spirit of divination;
19.for which cause they are whipped and imprisoned.
25.The prison doors are opened.
31.The jailor is converted,
35.and they are delivered.

From there we went to the Roman colony of Philippi
Philippi was a significant city in the region of Macedonia, established as a Roman colony by Augustus in 42 BC. As a Roman colony, Philippi enjoyed special privileges, including Roman citizenship for its inhabitants, exemption from certain taxes, and a degree of self-governance. This status made it a strategic location for spreading the Gospel, as Roman colonies were often centers of commerce and culture. The city's Roman influence is evident in its architecture and infrastructure, remnants of which have been uncovered through archaeological excavations. The Apostle Paul's journey to Philippi marks the first recorded introduction of Christianity to Europe, highlighting the city's importance in the early church's expansion.

the leading city of that district of Macedonia
Philippi was not the capital of Macedonia, but it was a prominent city in the district. Its designation as a "leading city" underscores its economic and strategic importance. The Via Egnatia, a major Roman road, passed through Philippi, facilitating travel and trade. This infrastructure would have aided Paul and his companions in their missionary efforts. The city's prominence is further emphasized by its historical significance, as it was the site of the Battle of Philippi, where Mark Antony and Octavian defeated the forces of Brutus and Cassius. This victory solidified Roman control and influence in the region.

And we stayed there several days
Paul's extended stay in Philippi allowed him to establish a strong foundation for the church there. During this time, he engaged with the local population, including Lydia, a significant convert whose household became the first European church. The phrase "several days" suggests a period of teaching and discipleship, crucial for nurturing new believers. This stay also led to the conversion of the Philippian jailer and his household, demonstrating the power of the Gospel to transform lives across different social strata. The church in Philippi would later become a source of support and encouragement for Paul, as evidenced by his letter to the Philippians, which reflects a deep bond between the apostle and the believers in this city.

1.Philippi
A significant city in Macedonia, known as a Roman colony. It was a strategic location for spreading the Gospel due to its status and influence.

2.Roman Colony
Philippi was a Roman colony, meaning it had special privileges and was governed by Roman law. This status made it a melting pot of cultures and ideas, providing a unique opportunity for the Gospel to reach diverse groups.

3.Macedonia
A region in Northern Greece, significant in the spread of Christianity. Paul’s journey to Macedonia was prompted by a vision, indicating divine guidance in his missionary work.

4.Paul and his companions
The apostle Paul, along with Silas, Timothy, and possibly Luke, traveled to Philippi as part of their missionary journey, demonstrating their commitment to spreading the Gospel.

5.Several Days
The phrase indicates that Paul and his companions spent a considerable amount of time in Philippi, allowing them to establish relationships and lay the groundwork for the church there.Divine Guidance in Missionary Work
Just as Paul was guided to Philippi, believers today should seek and be open to God’s direction in their ministry efforts.

Strategic Evangelism
Philippi’s status as a Roman colony made it a strategic location for the Gospel. Christians should consider the strategic importance of their mission fields.

Cultural Engagement
The diverse culture of Philippi required Paul to engage with different people groups. Believers are called to engage with and understand the cultures they minister to.

Perseverance in Ministry
Paul and his companions stayed several days, showing commitment and perseverance. Christians should be patient and persistent in their ministry efforts.

Building Relationships
The time spent in Philippi allowed for relationship-building, which is crucial for effective ministry and discipleship.Top 10 Lessons from Acts 16

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What is the significance of the Church in Philippi?(12)The chief city of that part of Macedonia.--More accurately,a chief (orfirst) city of the border-country of Macedonia. The description is not without difficulty, and has been noted by adverse critics as an instance of St. Luke's inaccuracy. The city of Philippi, rebuilt by the father of Alexander the Great, and bearing his name in lieu of Krenides ( = the fountains), was situated on the Gangites, a tributary of the Strymon; but it was not the chief city of any one of the four sub-divisions of the Roman province of Macedonia, that rank being assigned to Amphipolis, Thessalonica, Pella, and Pelagonia. As there is no definite article in the Greek, it is possible that St. Luke simply meant to say it wasa chief town of the district, the epithetProte ( = first) being often found on the coins of cities which were not capitals. The more probable explanation, however, is that he uses the Greek word translated "part," in the sense of "border-land," as in the LXX. ofEzekiel 35:7,Ruth 3:7, and that it was thefirst city of that frontier district, either as the most important or as being the first to which they came in the route by which they travelled. This was precisely the position of Philippi, which, together with Pella and other towns, had been garrisoned by the Romans as outposts against the neighbouring tribes of Thrace. It had been established as a colony by Augustus after the defeat of Brutus and Cassius, and its full title, as seen on the coins of the city, was Colonia Augusta Julia Philippensis.

A colony.--The English reader needs to be reminded that a Romancolonia differed from the modern in being essentially a military position. Portions of the conquered territory were commonly assigned to veteran soldiers, and the settlement thus formed was considered politically as an integral part of Rome, all decrees of the emperor or senate being as binding there as in the capital itself. The colonies thus formed were as the "propugnacula imperii" (Cic.de leg. Agrar. c. 27), "populi Romani quasi effigies parvae simulacraque" (Aul. Gell. xvi. 13). Here, then, in the first European city to which St. Paul came, there was something like an earnest of his future victories. Himself a Roman citizen, he was brought into direct contact with Romans. (See Note onActs 16:21.)

Verse 12. - Acity of Macedonia, the first of the district, a Roman colony forthe chief city of that part of Macedonia, and a colony, A.V.:this forthat, A.V.;tarrying forabiding, A.V.A city of Macedonia, etc. This is a difficult sentence. The natural way of construing the words undoubtedly is, as in the A.V., "which is the chief city of the [or, ' that'] district of Macedonia, and a colony." The only difficulty in the way of so taking it is that when AEmilius Paulus, as related by Livy (45:29), divided the conquered kingdom of Macedonia into four districts (regiones orpartes), Amphi-pelts was made the capital of the district in which Philippi was situated. But the epithetπρώτη does not necessarily mean the capital; it is found on coins applied to cities which were not capitals. Besides, in the interval of above two hundred years between Aemilius Paulus and St. Paul (from s.c. 167 to A.D. ), it is very probable that the city of Philippi, with its gold-mines and its privileges as a colony, may have really become the capital. And so Lewin, following Wetstein, understands it (vol. it. p. 209). We know that in the reign of Theodosius the Younger, when Macedonia was divided into two provinces, Philippi became the ecclesiastical head of Macedonia Prima. It had been made a colony by Augustus Caesar, with the name "Col. Jul. Aug. Philip.,"i.e. Colonia Augusta Julia Philippensis ('Dict. of Greek and Roman Geog.'). It must, therefore, anyhow have been a place of first-rate importance at this time. Those, however, who do not accept this explanation, coupleκολωνία withπόλις, "which is the first colony-city," etc, Others takeπρώτη in a local sense, "the first city you come to in Macedonia" (Conybeare and Howson, Alford, Bengel, etc.). The R.V. seems to takeἥτις ἐστὶ...Μακεδονίαςπόλις together, andπρώτη τῆς μερίδος as a further description of it - a most awkward construction. Alford renders it, "which is the first Macedonian city of the district.' But the natural way of construing a passage is almost always the best, and nothing prevents us from believing that St. Luke, who knew Philippi intimately, was strictly accurate in calling it "the chief city of the district of Macedonia,"i.e. the district in which it was situated. Thatμέρις is the technical name of the division of a province appears from the titleμεριδάρχης, applied by Josephus to a certain Apollonius, governor, under Antiochus Epiphanes, of the district in which Samaria was included ('Ant. Jud.,' 12. 5:5). The ancient name of Philippi was Dates first, then Krenides - the springs, or wells; and the word used by Livy of the districts of Macedonia,pars prima, secunda, etc., is an exact translation ofμέρις It received the name of Philippi, from Philip, the father of Alexander the Great, who extracted a great revenue from its gold-mines. Its great historical celebrity arises from the battle in the plain of Philippi, in which the republican party, under Brutus and Cassius, received its death-blow from Octavius and Antony. (For a full description of Philippi, and of the privileges of a colony, see Conybeare and Howson, vol. 1:311, etc., and Lewin, vol. 1.Acts 11.)This. Alford, following certain manuscripts, readsαὐτῇ, "in the city itself," as distinguished from the place outside the city, where theπροσευχή was. But, perhaps, St. Luke uses the word "this" from Philippi being the place of his own residence, and where he may have drawn up the narrative on the spot.

Parallel Commentaries ...


From there,
κἀκεῖθεν(kakeithen)
Conjunction
Strong's 2547:And thence, and from there; and then afterwards. From kai and ekeithen; likewise from that place.

[we went] to
εἰς(eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519:A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

[the Roman] colony
κολωνία(kolōnia)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2862:A colony, a city settlement of Roman (soldier) citizens; a garrison city. Of Latin origin; a Roman 'colony' for veterans.

of Philippi,
Φιλίππους(Philippous)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5375:Philippi, a great city of the Roman province Macedonia. Plural of Philippos; Philippi, a place in Macedonia.

[the] leading
πρώτη(prōtē)
Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 4413:First, before, principal, most important. Contracted superlative of pro; foremost.

city
πόλις(polis)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4172:A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town.

of [that]
τῆς(tēs)
Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

district
μερίδος(meridos)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3310:Feminine of meros; a portion, i.e. Province, share or participation.

of Macedonia.
Μακεδονίας(Makedonias)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3109:(Hebrew), Macedonia, a Roman province north of Achaia (Greece). From Makedon; Macedonia, a region of Greece.

And
δὲ(de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161:A primary particle; but, and, etc.

we stayed
διατρίβοντες(diatribontes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1304:To tarry, continue, stay in a place. From dia and the base of tribos; to wear through, i.e. Remain.

[there]
πόλει(polei)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4172:A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town.

[several]
τινάς(tinas)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 5100:Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.

days.
ἡμέρας(hēmeras)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural
Strong's 2250:A day, the period from sunrise to sunset.


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